Shelter Technical Supervisor

Overview of position

Established in 1951, our client is the leading inter governmental organization in the field of migration & works closely with governmental, intergovernmental & non governmental partners. They are dedicated to promoting humane & orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services & advice to governments & migrants.

Role objectives

Besides forced displacement & deepening humanitarian needs, harsh weather conditions characterized by severe windstorms, heavy rains & flash flood events in 2024, directly affected households across 75 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) sites & host communities in Adamawa, Borno, Bauchi, Sokoto & Yobe states. These incidents resulted in varying degrees of damage to camp infrastructure, including shelters. In comparison to 2023 this year there is a 28% increase in the number of affected individuals, these events have also increased in severity. This has undermined the progress made in enhancing the resilience of communities, particularly the over 1.2 million IDPs, who are now exposed to a multitude of protection & health risks. Our clients activities in Shelter & Non Food Item (S & NFI)response have been tailored to post flood response to assist people affected by riverine & flash floods in Borno, Bauchi & Sokoto states. In Borno state, the response will specifically focus on floods affected LGAs of Bama, Monguno, Dikwa, Ngala & MMC / Jere. Working under the overall supervision of the Shelter – NFI Project Officer & the direct supervision of the Shelter & NFI Project Assistants, the selected candidate will be responsible for supporting in the planning, implementation, monitoring & reporting of S & NFI activities, including but not limited to:

• Plan & analyse all possible construction methodologies & recommend the best & suitable options prior to execution at the sites.
• Interpret designs, technical drawings & related documents & applicable standards or specifications prior to execution of any construction work.
• Conduct site assessments prior to any construction works & in support of site planning activities.
• Carry out overall supervision of construction, site development & site improvement works & report any delays or irregularities in the work to the supervisor for immediate action.
• Manage directly & provide technical support to carpenters & workers on site & ensure adherence to designs, standards, safety & quality.
• Prepare & share regularly progress reports & status reports of on going construction activities.
• Verify the quality & quantities of materials transported to the construction sites, liaising with warehouse & quality control colleagues & timely reporting non conformities & other issues to the relevant managers.
• Assist in estimating quantities of materials, equipment & labour required for specific construction, repair & rehabilitation works.
• Orient the local community members & other relevant stakeholders about the project interventions.
• Assist in preparing Bill of Quantities (BOQs) for different type of shelter solutions as required.
• Conduct damage assessments & prepare schedule of dilapidation.
• Assist other units with any requests for BOQs & construction supervision, as prioritized by the Program Manager.
• Assist with renovation & construction works for our clients field accommodation, as prioritized by the relvant manager.
• Conduct any market assessment required for construction materials for updated price.
• Assist contractors & workers on site in interpreting designs, technical drawings, site plans & study the relevant documents & applicable standards or specifications prior to execution of any construction work, when required.
• Maintain systematic record of all documents related to a project, reports / pictures etc.
• Assist in planning & implementation of distributions, conducting assessments & feedback surveys of shelter unit as required.
• Coordinate internally with relevant units & with external stakeholders in field locations in order to carry out the construction works.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Any other task not listed above when requested by the supervisors.

Project reporting

• This role will work under the overall supervision of the Shelter – NFI Project Officer & the direct supervision of the Shelter & NFI Project Assistants.

Key competencies

• Diploma in architecture, civil engineering, urban planning from a recognized institution with a minimum or 2 years of work experience in shelter & construction preferably in humanitarian context.
• A sound knowledge of the building industry, local construction techniques & materials.
• Ability to use design software & Microsoft Office suite, as well as GPS devices.
• Ability to work quickly, accurately & pay attention to detail.
• Willingness to assist efficiently in a very busy project environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines & work under pressure.
• Ability to present clear, concise information, good written & verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively & harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures & professional backgrounds.
• Familiar in working with design tools. Auto CAD.
• Familiar in working with Microsoft Office such as Word & Excel.
• Fluency in English working knowledge of one additional local language (Pidgin & Hausa) is required.
• Respects & promotes individual & cultural differences. Encourages diversity & inclusion.
• Maintains high ethical standards & acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles / rules & standards of conduct.
• Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent & committed manner & exercises careful judgment in meeting day to day challenges.
• Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected & fairly treated.
• Develops & promotes effective collaboration within & across units to achieve shared goals & optimize results.
• Produces & delivers quality results in a service oriented & timely manner. Is action oriented & committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge & innovate.
• Takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities & assumes responsibility for own actions & delegated work.
• Encourages & contributes to clear & open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring & motivational way.
• Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example & demonstrates the ability to carry out the organization’s vision. Assists others to realize & develop their leadership & professional potential.
• Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best & develop their potential.
• Promotes shared values & creates an atmosphere of trust & honesty.
• Works strategically to realize the organization’s goals & communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Leads with humility & shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Team management

• This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply for this role.